1980 Lada 1200 vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 1200 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1980 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (112 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 1200 | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 1200 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
